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What is the purpose of a Risk Assessment?
To identify risks, hazards and controls
To identify risks
To identify hazards
Who must complete Risk Assessments?
Employers
The Client
Employees
What is the main legislation that requires Risk Assessments to be carried out?
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations
Control of Substances Hazardous To Health Regulations
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
Which of the following is most likely to cause a Manual Handling injury?
Incorrect lifting technique
Rough edges on the item being lifted
The use of Fork Lifts
Which is the most common cause of death / fatality on site?
Fire
Poisoning by fumes
Falls from height
Which notice would an HSE inspector serve if they found dangerous activity onsite that was a threat to life?
Prohibition Notice
Improvement Notice
Advice & Guidance
What is the meaning of a Hazard?
Something with the capacity to cause harm, such as Electricity, Chemicals, Asbestos etc.
The likelihood that something will actually cause harm
Any unplanned or unexpected event that resulted in injury or ill health to people, or damage to / loss of property
Which Hazard is associated with using Vibrating Equipment onsite?
White Finger
Breathing in fumes
Falling over
Why is it important to report accidents?
To help with First Aid
Allows for investigation and can help avoid accidents in the future
To protect reputation
Whose responsibility is it to report accidents?
All workers
Managers
Employers
Which of the following accidents would RIDDOR require to be reported?
Minor cuts
Bruising
Amputation
All accidents should be...
Recorded and investigated
Recorded
Investigated
What is the main reason for safe Manual Handling onsite?
To reduce damaging goods
To prevent and reduce the risk of ill health and injury
To improve business reputation
What injuries can incorrect Manual Handling cause?
Respiratory Disease
White Finger
Musculoskeletal Damage
What is the main piece of legislation when Manual Handling on site?
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations & Guidelines
RIDDOR
COSHH
When carrying out Mechanical Lifting what does official guidance recommend?
Mechanical Lifting Equipment should only be operated when workers are 15 feet away
Mechanical Lifting Equipment needs replacing every 3 years
Mechanical Lifting Equipment should only be operated by those competent to do so
When lifting an object you should...
Use lifting straps
Grip the object, keep your back straight, and bend your legs
Make sure you have gloves
What Protective Equipment would you use when working with Toxic Gas?
Dust mask
Respirator
Goggles
Which is NOT a piece of equipment used to assist when Manual Handling on site?
Pump Truck
Sackbarrow
Full Body Harness
Who would you report unsafe Manual Handling Practice and Equipment to?
A colleague
A supervisor or individual responsible for site Health and Safety
The HSE (Health and Safety Executive)
What is the definition of Working at Height?
Any work that requires specialist harness equipment
Work in any place where, if there were no precautions in place, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury
Work that requires a ladder for access
What does official guidance say about Working at Height?
Ladders must be made of fireproof material
Ladders should never be used
There should be no more than one person climbing a Ladder at a time
What is the name of the main legislation applied when Working at Height?
The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
The Work at Height Regulations 2005
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Which is a potential risk associated with Working at Height?
Spinal Injury
Dust
Dropping tools and debris
What is the most effective form of control associate with Working at Height?
Using scaffolding
Use a scissor lift
Avoiding Work at Height completely
Which of the following do regulations require employers to do in relation to Working at Height?
Provide the most suitable equipment appropriate for the work
There must be 1 ladder for every 10 workers
Scaffolding must be no more than 10 meters high
What substance is not covered by COSHH Regulations 2002?
Dusts
Chemicals
Lead
What health problem can be caused by Dust & Cement?
Dermatitis
Poisoning
Back and joint injuries
Drugs & Alcohol even in small amounts can affect safety & productivity onsite by...
Helping you work more effectively
Causing drowsiness and over confidence
Improving your reflexes
Current legislation require chemicals and combustibles to be stored as follows...
In metal cabinets
In their original containers with labels
However a Supervisor / Manager thinks this should be done
When should workers wash their hands when onsite?
Every hour
Before eating
Every 2 hours
Mesothelioma, Asbestosis and Pleural thickening are all diseases associated with...
Breathing in CO2 gas
Breathing in Dust
Breathing in Asbestos Fibres
Where might Asbestos be found?
In floor tiles
In timber
In Chemical Sprays
What Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) would you use to help prevent collision from plant and vehicles?
Steel toe capped boots
Hard Hats
High Visibility Clothing
Grinders and Cutters are associated with what risks and injuries?
Moving blades and cuts
Impact and broken bones
Burns
Why is it important that Safeguards are located near where plant, machinery and equipment are being used?
So they are quicker to set up
To save electricity costs
So they are not missed and are convenient to use
Which of the following is NOT a required reason to keep a safe distance away from Machinery, Vehicle, or Plant operators until they know you are there?
To avoid startling them and potentially causing an accident
To avoid being struck by the moving Machinery, Vehicle, or Plant
Because operators of Machinery, Vehicles, or Plant aren't allowed to talk to anyone whilst working
Which of the following is NOT a common way of controlling risks when working around Plant, Machinery, or equipment?
Use of Traffic Marshals & Signage
Requiring engines to be switched off and keys removed when not in use
Keeping working days under 8 hours
What colour are Mandatory Warning Signs on site?
Yellow
Blue
Green
What colour are Foam Fire Extinguishers?
Black
Yellow
Cream
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